GE Monogram ZBD3500 - Manual (Page 16)

Before You Call For Service
Dishwasher
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Control panel lights go Time too long between •Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds
off when you’re setting touching of selected pads of the other controls. To relight, touch
the dishwasher any pad again, or unlock and relatch door.
Noise Some of the sounds •Soft food disposal shredding action.
you’ll hear are normal
•Drain valve opening to pump water out.
•Timer control as cycle progresses.
•Detergent cup opening.
•The motor stopping during the drying
period.
•Water draining out of the tub immediately
after you touch START/RESET pad.
Utensils are not secure •Make sure everything is secured in
in the rack or something dishwasher.
small has dropped into
the rack
Motor hums •Dishwasher has not been used on a regular
basis. If you do not use your dishwasher
often, set it to fill and pump out once
every week. This will help keep the seal
moist and the garbage disposer clear.
Detergent left in Dishes are blocking the •Reposition the dishes.
dispenser cups detergent cups
Detergent cup lid •Open the door and press the
latched accidentally START/RESET pad three times within
by user two seconds. The detergent cup will trip.
Water standing in This is normal •A small amount of clean water around
the bottom of the tub the outlet on the tub bottom at the back
of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.
Water won’t pump Drain is clogged •If you have an air gap, clean it.
•Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining
well. If not, you may need a plumber.
•If the dishwasher drains into a disposer,
run disposer clear.
Suds in the tub Correct detergent •Use only automatic dishwasher detergents
wasn’t used to avoid sudsing.
•To remove suds from the tub, open the
dishwasher and let suds evaporate. Add
1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close
the door until it locks into place. Pump
out water by pressing START/RESET,
then immediately press START/RESET
again. Repeat if necessary.
Rinse agent was spilled •Always wipe up rinse agent spills
immediately.
out of the tub